Evacuation alert in West Kelowna

Due to a significant increase in McDougall Creek levels and flow, seven properties along Hitchner Road and Jennens Road in West Kelowna have been placed on evacuation alert.

The properties under evacuation alert include:

3974 Hitchner Rd

3982 Hitchner Rd

3990 Hitchner Rd

4010 Hitchner Rd

4030 Hitchner Rd

4040 Hitchner Rd

1860 Jennens Rd

Residents in the area are advised to be ready to leave their home at a moment’s notice. They should be prepared to be away from their home for an extended period of time, make arrangements for pets and pack essential items such as medicines and important documents.